At the time of this newsletter creation, Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (ACT) is housing 38 children and 38 adults in our three emergency safe shelters due to domestic violence.
The following are responses to frequently asked questions we often receive about how we help victims of domestic violence heal. How do clients find out about ACT?
ACT operates a community outreach division that proactively connects with health care professionals, law enforcement, legal professionals, schools, civic organizations, and other community leaders to ensure information about our safe, free, and confidential services are disseminated to all.
In addition, ACT works with local media, maintains our website at www.actabuse.com, operates both the Second ACT Thrift Store and the Arts for ACT Gallery, and conducts community presentations, as well as special events to draw awareness to our 24/7 available services for victims of domestic violence, …show more content…
For clients who do not have their own transportation, we also help to provide bus passes and/or potential taxi cab services if needed.
Finally, the emotional and psychological affects from domestic violence are at the forefront of our work with survivors at ACT. We work tirelessly to help clients gain education and resources in a compassionate setting as they journey towards healing after experiencing physical, sexual, psychological, or financial abuse. ACT provides one-on-one counseling and support groups for both adults and children, using curriculum to help clients with skill building exercises and material on emotional regulation and mindfulness to best help them cope with the aftermath of their traumatic experiences. How long do clients stay in safe